Strategic Partnerships Lead, Oncology & Trials (Italy)

Massive Bio, Inc.; Sicilia; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Massive Bio, Inc. is seeking a Strategic Partnerships Manager to lead Italy-focused partnership development in oncology clinical trials.

The role focuses on building transformative relationships with pharmaceutical companies, universities, and healthcare providers to accelerate trial enrollment and expand access to precision medicine. The ideal candidate will have 4–7 years in partnerships within healthcare, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in Italian with working English.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years in strategic partnerships, business development, or alliance management within healthcare, life sciences, or health technology
• Proven track record building high-value partnerships with pharmaceutical companies or healthcare institutions
• Experience with clinical trials ecosystem and regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated success in developing new markets or expanding operations in regulated industries
• Fluency in Italian and working English (B1 or higher)

Responsibilities

• Design and execute partnership strategies with pharma, biotech, and CROs across Italy
• Lead negotiations with C-level executives and research heads at major pharma organizations
• Develop alliances with oncology centers, university hospitals, and research networks
• Create partnerships models to accelerate trial enrollment while ensuring compliance
• Identify opportunities in precision oncology and trial technology
• Represent Massive Bio at industry conferences and partnership events
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver on partnership commitments
• Provide market intelligence and insights to global leadership
• Ensure activities comply with local regulations

Skills

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Negotiation

Analytical mindset

Cultural adaptability

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Business/Life Sciences/Healthcare Administration

MBA preferred for senior roles

Job description

Massive Bio, Inc. is seeking a Strategic Partnerships Manager to lead Italy-focused partnership development in oncology clinical trials.

The role focuses on building transformative relationships with pharmaceutical companies, universities, and healthcare providers to accelerate trial enrollment and expand access to precision medicine. The ideal candidate will have 4–7 years in partnerships within healthcare, strong negotiation skills, and fluency in Italian with working English.